HSMC Signs Int’l Agreement to Expand Education Initiatives
Historic St. Mary’s City has signed an agreement with four partners aimed at establishing a transatlantic framework for collaboration across research, education, interpretation, and programming related to the early history of Maryland and the broader Atlantic world.
Aug. 29 Deadline to Propose New Laws to County
Residents and organizations are invited to submit proposals to the St. Mary’s commissioners for their consideration. The deadline to submit proposals is August 29, 2025.
Mobile Crisis Team Now Serving St. Mary’s
A new mobile crisis team is now serving St. Mary’s and Charles counties. The team, operated by Affiliated Santé Group, will provide immediate support to individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies.
Join the Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership
The Healthy St. Mary’s Partnership is a coalition of community members and local organizations working together to improve health and wellness in St. Mary’s County. Why not consider joining?
Tariffs & Trump: Europe Rethinking F-35 Buys
Swiss lawmakers urge their government to reconsider a $6 billion purchase of F-35s after the US slapped punitive 39% trade tariffs on the country. A growing number of European countries are questioning the reliance of the US as a defense and trade partner. Last week, the Spanish government confirmed it was no longer looking at the F-35 for its air force modernization but would spend that money in Europe instead.
Get an Inside Look at County Government
Registration is now open for the 2025 session of St. Mary’s County Citizens Academy. Deadline to apply is August 29.
Hoyer Honors 35th Anniversary of ADA
In honor of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act becoming law, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer joined disability rights leaders and others to host a discussion and screening of “American Experience’s Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.”
SMECO Offers Energy Efficient Programs
You use energy all around your home. Through EmPOWER Maryland, Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative offers energy efficiency programs to make it easier for you to save energy every day.
Celebrate the End of Summer at St. Clement’s Museum
Enjoy a free day of family fun celebrating the end of summer on the waterside lawn at St. Clement’s Museum’s annual Children’s Day event Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11am to 2pm.
Hoyer Decries Cancellation of Direct File Program
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer says IRS Commissioner Billy Long’s announcement that the Direct File program has been canceled sends this message to the American people: “You’re on your own.”





















